God's Economy
Oh people, the Lord has told you what is good,
and this is what He requires of you:
to do what is right, to love mercy,
and to walk humbly with your God.
MICAH 6:8
God’s ways are different from man’s. His economy is different, too.
God’s Kingdom Economy puts value on:
God as the source of our achievement
Decisions driven by what honors God and what’s best for every party in the deal
Integrity over profit
Profit as a means of generosity and spreading God’s word
Character over success
the world’s Secular Economy emphasizes:
Man’s achievements as the center of worship
Success at any price
The balance sheet, or P&L, as the sole standard of measurement and reward
Profit as king, return-on-investment as queen
Only what can be seen and touched
As business leaders, we are making hard decisions about money, people and priorities (what I call Lifeblood). The unclear economic landscape is giving us the chance to ask: What matters most? What is superfluous? Important legacies are being formed right now.
This excerpt is adapted from Kingdom Builder Dialogues, Sam’s guide to help business owners embrace their impact on God’s Kingdom.
